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Beauty Blog Giveaway: MAC Cosmetics Alice + Olivia Pigments!

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Are you loving MAC Cosmetics Alice + Olivia collection? Me too! Well, I have good news for you… If you’re reading this post, you have a chance to win the entire selection of MAC Alice and Olivia Pigment!

OFFICIAL RULES TO ENTER GIVEAWAY:

Entering to win this giveaway is SUPER EASY! Simply CLICK HERE to head over to MAC Cosmetics. Surf about and find the names of the Alice + Olivia pigments pictured above. Enter the pigment names in the “comments” section of this post (and don’t forget to enter your email address). One comment will be randomly selected from the bunch as the winner!

Don’t be alarmed if your comment isn’t immediately published! I moderate comments on this beauty blog, to prevent spam. I promise your comment will be published in time!

Sorry for my international gals, but the giveaway is for US residents only. Winners must be over 18, and must explicitly agree to my disclaimer. Winner must respond to email notification within 48 hours of drawing or prize will be forfeit and a new winner will be selected. Raging Rouge reserves the right to substitute any prize listed with a prize equal or greater in value, if need be. Winner will be randomly selected at midnight on July 31, 2010.

Alice + Olivia pigments retail for $19.50 each.

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MAC Cosmetics Alice + Olivia Collection: Dazzleglass Creme Gloss Swatches And Reviews

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Alice + Olivia glosses are whimsical, bright and crazy fun! I would have died over this collection in edgier days. These shades are not intended for soccer-Mom types! They’re for young girls pushing the envelope of style. I hope they snag this collection, enjoy it, and take advantage of these experimental years! I know from experience that they will look back on their outrageousness fondly.

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Swatches from left to right: Sparklicious (a buttercream frosting, super-sparkling shade), If it’s pink… (a neon pink with shimmer), and I.Want.Candy (yes… it’s YELLOW with shimmer!)

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Swatch above: Sparklicious

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Swatch above: I.Want.Candy

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Swatch above: If it’s pink…

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The author of the Raging Rouge Beauty Blog received press samples for purposes of this makeup review / product review. For more information on sample policies, please click HERE to read my full disclosure statement.

Reach By Design Toothbrush Reviews

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I had just gotten over a nasty, NASTY cold when Reach sent me a sample of their new “By Design” toothbrush. Let me tell you, I couldn’t wait to chuck my disease-infested toothbrush… especially to replace it with one so easy on the eyes! Well, the great things about this toothbrush by Reach don’t end there… The head of the brush is wide, and covers the entire surface of the tooth easily. The bristles are also super-soft, so they’re easy on the gums during brushing. Naturally, I’m always happy to add anything to the master bathroom that is bright and cheerful, and these fun designs by Reach fit the bill!

Retail price is $3.99 per toothbrush at drugstores like Walgreens.

This posting includes product sent to me on behalf of the REACH® brand to facilitate my review.

The author of Raging Rouge received press samples for purposes of this makeup review / product review. For more information on sample policies, please click HERE to read my full disclosure statement.

MAC Cosmetics Alice + Olivia Collection: Nail Lacquer Swatches And Reviews

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As a child, one of my very favorite thing to do was color. While creating for hours on end with my jumbo box of crayons, I would periodically attempt to determine once and for all–what color is most beautiful? After careful and lengthy deliberation, I always narrowed down the pack to two shades: blue-green and green-blue. Ultimately, blue-gree, would always win the beauty contest by a nose.

So when I first set eyes on MAC Cosmetics Summer 2010 collaberation with Alice + Olivia, “Morning After” Nail Lacquer (the gorgeous turquoise shade pictured at center) was the very first product that caught my eye. It is the exact shade of that perfect, most-beautiful blue-green shade I always admired as a child!

The Alice + Olivia makeup collection contains three different shades of long-wearing nail lacquer, each in a different finish. As always, the MAC formula is free of DBP, Toluene and Formaldehyde. I’ve said it once, and I’ll say it again… MAC Nail Lacquer wears so well! I’ve had a pedicure last for a month, chip-free!

Swatch above: Morning After, a blue-green shade with a cream finish.

Swatch above: So Rich, So Pretty, a bright purple shade with a frost finish.

Swatch above: Military, a gritty asphalt shade with a matte finish.

I suppose So Rich, So Pretty is the most appropriate shade selection for a 30-something Mom, but I love the whole collection–age appropriate or not!

Retail price is $12 per bottle.

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Smashbox Halo Hydrating Perfecting Bronzer: Swatches And Reviews

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Part of the Smashbox Naked Beauty Summer Collection, this bronzer is formulated to actually reduce signs of aging while delivering a beautiful bronze glow! Where product is concerned, I have to specifically call out the genius packaging. The bronzer itself is actually in a cake form. The metal sifter rests on top of the bronzer. When turned, the sifter scrapes off some of the bronzer, delivering it in loose-powder format for application. Less wasted product, and less mess!

Halo Hydrating Perfecting Bronzer is oil-free, talc-free and paraben-free. A perfect choice for sensitive or breakout-prone skin!

Click HERE to buy Smashbox Halo Hydrating Perfecting Bronzer at Smashbox.com

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The author of Raging Rouge received press samples for purposes of this makeup review / product review. For more information on sample policies, please click HERE to read my full disclosure statement.